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Future of the Lower Big Ravine Creek and Trails

4/28/2026

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A trailhead entrance for the Big Ravine trail featuring a set of stairs leading up to a fenced path surrounded by dense green trees under a partly cloudy sky. Signs and information boards are visible near the stairs, indicating trail details and guidelines for visitors.
Big Ravine Gil Larson trailhead on Washington Ave. in Bayfield.
Here’s Your Chance for Input!!
The Big Ravine is a local treasure, but faces some challenges, including aging stormwater management and trail infrastructure, accelerated erosion, bank instability, and sediment delivery to downstream drainage systems.
The City of Bayfield, in cooperation with the Bayfield Area Trails Committee, has partnered with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) to assess the current conditions of the Lower Big Ravine creek, trail, boardwalks, and infrastructure in the context of the changing climate.

To help guide decisions about the future of the Big Ravine, please take a few moments to fill out this short 16-question survey based on your experience of visiting this important community space.
The survey closes on May 10th.
COMPLETE THE ONLINE SURVEY
Survey QR Code
QR Code that when scanned will open the Bayfield Trails Engagement Survey
An informational trail sign highlighting natural features and wildlife of Big Ravine. The sign includes sections on enchanting forests, colorful birds, and secretive wildlife with photos, descriptions, and a Bird City Wisconsin logo, emphasizing ecological diversity and conservation efforts.
An informational trail sign highlighting the natural features and wildlife of Big Ravine.
Thanks to the Boreal Waters Foundation and Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for supporting this project.
Boreal Waters Community Foundation logo
Wisconsin Coastal Management Program logo
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